First Timer

[talu-chan]

Are there any rules for cosplay that a first timer should be educated on?

[Yukari Kaiba]

well its a family friendly con, so cosplay that is more on the skimpy or really revealing side i'd stay away from. i'd also advise taking a look at the props & weapons policy to get an idea of whats ok to bring as a prop and what isn't.

[dibbly]

have a good time with what you're doing :)
all of the rules are posted on the site, but it's really just common sence (but read theweapons and prop rules just like he said ^^^ cause that can be sticky)

but the unspoken rule is: have fun!

[talu-chan]

I have helped run cons for a long time.. here in the OK I am know as "Conbaby extraordinaire." So I do see a lot of simuilarities in the policies for weapons. So, I think i am good on that fornt.

Thank you both.

[luckyends]

im going to make a sugestion and you dont have to fallow it but please try and stick to anime or video games when cosplaying
iv seen pirates, jack skelingtons, jedi, and trekies and its just kinda anoying when they come to an anime con and dress in something that isnt even japanese i know its kinda biest and i should be more excepting but it kinda burns me when i see an american cartoon win an anime costume contest

[DarkFaeChilde]

Don't do a female version of a male character that does not have a female version.  Don't have long blond hair, when you're cosplaying a character with short black hair, or anything along those lines.

Those are really my only pet peeves.  Mostly, just make sure you have lots of fun.  Be a character you like, and enjoy being.